Kutak Rock LLP Rogers , AR 72757
Posted 4 days ago
Practice Area Litigation Department
Date Posted May 14, 2024
Application Deadline Jun 14, 2024
ROGERS, AR
Kutak Rock LLP has an opening for a full time (37.5 hours per week) Legal Secretary in the litigation department of its Rogers office. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide secretarial support to multiple attorneys and be expected to work alongside a team of other staff members within the litigation department. Previous law firm work experience required.
This position is an in-office position, Monday
JOB SUMMARY
Kutak Rock LLP has an opening for a full time (37.5 hours per week) Legal Secretary in the litigation department of its Rogers office. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide secretarial support to multiple attorneys and be expected to work alongside a team of other staff members within the litigation department. Previous law firm work experience required.
This position is an in-office position, Monday
RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare, assemble, coordinate and proofread documents, firm standard letters, correspondence, and memorandum to firm format standards; using internal programs for document revision, clean-up, and comparison
Utilize the firm's document management system and email integration management system for individual capacity and supported attorneys
Generate, organize, copy, scan and maintain electronic and physical client files
Accurately enter attorney time and expenses into the firm's timekeeping software; manage accounting deadlines of same
Answer telephones and handles client matters (when appropriate) through telephone and email
Scan documents and send/receive via email for attorneys
Maintain attorney calendars by scheduling appointments for court appearances, conferences and meetings, including receiving court notifications and scheduling docket matters
File pleadings with the various courts, including online filing systems
Arrange business itineraries by coordinating travel reservations
Assist with and maintain attorney continuing legal education records and bar association memberships
Assist with other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS: Skills & Abilities
Ability to organize large quantities of information
Ability to work well under the pressures of deadlines and prioritize assignments
Ability to thrive on challenges of fast-paced environment
Ability to work both collaboratively as part of a team and independently or unsupervised
Strong attention to detail
Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures
Excellent spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills
Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle documents and other information with confidentiality and discretion
Excellent interpersonal skills with an aptitude to interface with attorneys, clients, staff, and firm visitors
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of products, especially Excel and PowerPoint
QUALIFICATIONS: Education & Experience
High School diploma (or equivalent) required; college degree given preference
Experience in legal secretarial field required
Litigation and trial preparation experience preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Dependent Life, Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance. Flexible Spending Plan. Health Savings Account. Profit-Sharing and 401(k) Retirement benefits. Paid Holidays and Paid-Time Off Plan. Employee Assistance Program. Tuition Reimbursement. Domestic Partner Benefits. Some of the foregoing benefits include Employer/Employee cost sharing.
Additional Information
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
About the Firm
Kutak Rock was formed in 1965 with a commitment to exceptional client service delivered with a collaborative, team-focused approach. Our founding charter commits the firm to "allow and encourage each individual within it to be a full person," and we strive to offer an exceptional professional environment, intellectually challenging and engaging work in multiple disciplines, competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for training and career development. We are a leading national law firm with locations in 19 cities united by our common commitment to our core values of client service; integrity and fairness; innovation; and inclusiveness and diversity.
We are dedicated to the maintenance of a respectful, collegial, communicative, and equal opportunity workplace that encourages and rewards innovation and entrepreneurship. We measure our success not just on the basis of our revenues or our profits, but by the satisfaction we deliver for our clients and the health, engagement and loyalty of our people.
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